In 2023, The Ho’oikaika Partnership hosted a vibrant event in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Attendees explored resources from 40 local agencies, engaged in Native Hawaiian activities, and enjoyed a plant giveaway. Activities included the Maui Bookmobile, reading circles,free books, origami and learning about seed saving. There were also raffles, prizes, and lively entertainment featuring Uncle Wayne, hula dancers, and Da Braddahs. The Mayor’s office delivered the Child Abuse Prevention Month proclamation, demonstrating community support for keiki and families.
2023 ʻOhana Fest Partners
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui
Catholic Charities Hawaii
Child & Family Service
Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, County of Maui
DOH/CAMHD/Maui Family Guidance Center
Family Hui Hawaii
Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Maui
Goodwill Hawaii- Ola I ka Hana youth program
Halau Hula O Keola-Ali’i O Kekai
Hawaii Children’s Action Network
Hawaii Department of Education
Hawaii Taro Farm, LLC
Hui No Ke Ola Pono
Imua Family Services
Ka Hale A Ke Ola Homeless Resource Center
Kaito Gakko Maui
Kamehameha Schools
Keiki O Ka Aina
Legal Aid Society of Hawaii
Malama Family Recovery Center
Malama I Ke Ola Health Center
Maui Economic Opportunity
Maui Family Magazine
Maui Family Support Services
Maui Family YMCA
Maui Police Department
Maui United Way
Maui Youth and Family Services
Mental Health America of Hawaii
Nā Keiki O Emalia
Parents And Children Together
Project Vision Hawaii
Royal Family Kids Maui
State of Hawaii – Department of Education
Teran James Young Foundation
The Maui Farm
University of Hawaii Manoa – Cooperative Extension
Village of Hope Maui
Wailuku Public Library /Holoholo Bookmobile